Preview: Tiffany Studios Rose Helmet Lamp, ca. 1905 | Tearjerkers | ANTIQUES ROADSHOW | PBS

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[@Luboman411]

If you notice, at the beginning of the clip they were ready to cry. I get the feeling that their mother passed away and they brought this heirloom to see the price of the wonderful gift she left them.

[@xocoyotl4]

When they said that the lamp recently "emerged" I'm sure they meant the mother passed away and the lamp was part of her estate.

[@carolinec6595]

That is very thoughtful insight

[@asmongoldsmouth9839]

It is a stunning lamp. I'm glad we got to see it.

[@itziebitz]

They are crying because they are making a good chunk of money off of it. I would cry too.

[@jenniferlawrence9473]

@@itziebitz Jaded much.

[@tomelifeisjustonebig]

I love how the two sisters talk; it’s like one person.

[@AdAm-dd4jq]

I thought that. They are like twins

[@lumo7461]

It's annoying

[@chuck-jy7mz]

They are very sweet and honest ! Bless them !

[@Kyrelel]

It is beyond annoying.

[@CharlieBourgeois_]

One pauses at getting upset of their mothers passing, so the other steps in to help finish. Then they get upset and the other helps. That’s what siblings do. Her daughters were loved, their mom was loved.

[@mctasty6094]

"Your mom had a good eye" that was just a beautiful thing to say.

[@Frank75288]

She was also quite sly , ripping off that sweet old lady

[@Marcel_Audubon]

"It has just recently emerged ..." her quite touching way of telling us their mother had recently died.

[@ryanskogg5211]

indeed. It is also why they were so emotional at the end.

[@dearnapst]

recently??? it was from 1999

[@CQuinnLady]

@@dearnapst Yes when it was filmed in 1999, the statement is the lamp "recently emerged" had suggested the mother had recently died.... back in 1999.

[@yt650]

@Cordy Q I don’t know how anyone can take it any other way, it was in reference to what happened 99, I saw it when it first aired. Thank you for replying to Roel.

[@sweiland75]

@@yt650 Perhaps Birgitte's first language is not English.

[@Canuckmom128]

This clip is 22 years old, but just as touching today. I see that the 2021 value is over 300K. I suspect it would go for much more than that at a Sotheby's Auction - being that rare and in such amazing condition, there would likely be a bidding war. The base is stunning - I love Art Neuveau - always reminds me of Paris, particularly the old Subway staircases. Such sweet Sisters - Mom's passing must have been quite recent - there's a whole lot of emotion there. I get it.

[@vegassincity702]

Between this and the Navajo blanket are my all time favorite episodes. 👏👏👏👏👏

[@cleawox]

The guy who falls down over the Rolex is one for the ages too :)

[@vegassincity702]

@@cleawox true true.

[@cathycasuccio3227]

@@cleawox both of you just mentioned my top 3 favorite snippets from AR - 👏🏻

[@cristywhite484]

When the gentleman with the Navajo Chief blanket was told how much it was worth, I was scared he was gonna have a heart attack! Then he started crying, and I started crying... it’s my ALL TIME favorite!! But this one is great, too!

[@garnetnard4284]

I like the little old lady who bought the end table because it fit in her house and it ended being worth something like 1/2 million dollars.

[@jacob9403]

Just by their body language and emotions, I can tell they had a wonderful upbringing. Seriously a precious moment. Like Dom Toretto says "Family is everythimg!"

[@Meme-zc4cw]

I bet they live their life a quarter mile at a time, because winning, is winning.

[@jacob9403]

@@Meme-zc4cw they live like Brian and Dom, as portrayed in America Dad 🇺🇸 m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/fauZpqBrrM-boNk

[@sshaydon]

I love how they finish each others sentences when telling the story. Not in the talking over each other way, but really acting together as one. Beautiful.

[@chad6659]

Hahahahaha what I’m the world are you talking about?

[@sugreev2001]

Faimley!!

[@SnakesWrath]

I don't think the appraiser understood when one of them said "it just recently emerged". Very touching way of telling her mom had passed away recently.

[@Toastybees]

She understood, she deals with pieces from deceased relatives every day. It's just that they breeze past it because the show isn't meant to be a constant reminder of death or mourning session.

[@TTH247]

Toward the end of the video, she says, "Mom had a good eye." She used the past tense for a reason.

[@jamesanderson6373]

Copy and paste comment.

[@Cspspack]

Those other antique Dealers who said it was not true we’re probably just trying to rip off the mother so they could buy it from her for very cheap.

[@thetreasuregarden.creates]

sadly true

[@Alex-956]

Yup, that happens all the time

[@viktormuerte]

Maybe she brought it in to Rick's...

[@janetterobinson7778]

I feel that way also

[@351528]

Hmm, I never thought of that but you could be right.

[@katg-nw5tc]

My husband started laughing because I burst into tears when they burst into tears. (He was just listening with interest from across the room and wanted to get to the price, I was completely invested). The story! Their mom hiding it away, her recent death and how much she must heave meant to them. I loved this.

[@anniee6798]

I cried too!

[@cloudless01]

I love this comment lol 😂

[@hitleractually8180]

I hate my mother

[@justmeonthebeach]

Yeah, they cried for their mother. It was a gift to them. I cried too 😄.

[@peterknighton2757]

So what’s the price?

[@MikeLaRock88]

When she revealed the price I almost teared up with them. They seem like good people and deserve every bit of it.

[@geostillo78]

But what if they're not good people?

[@crackajack4535]

Absolutely. It's always great too see people who really react like they need the money compared to a person who is financially secure. I hope these sisters got top dollar and the money made a great impact on their lives. So good too see this. I'm sure their Mother is smiling in delight looking down on them. Well done girls. Great lamp there.

[@AmericanMuscle69]

They probably stole it from their mother.

[@meenism]

@@AmericanMuscle69 They stole it from YOUR mother

[@CarolFremel-my4hs]

Disgraceful behaviour - ripping that lady off - hope they enjoy the cash

[@jackiechapman8189]

This Tiffany lamp and base is absolutely gorgeous.. It's certainly a rare base that's very desirable.. I'm happy for the young ladies to find that amazing lamp in the mother's belongings..

[@andrewvelonis5940]

As for me, I could take it or leave it.

[@jamesforbes2205]

The way the heaviness is offset by the teardrop shapes that make up the base supports, lifting the whole thing higher... gorgeous.

[@JustMike2791]

@@andrewvelonis5940 And that's OK

[@Chereese0808]

Wow! That's the most beautiful Tiffany lamp I've ever seen. Worth 300K now. Awesome!!

[@thomaswenonastrehaia1719]

Do you love it

[@GENOBURRITO1]

The emotions stemming from the siblings is far more beautiful than the lamp will ever be......

[@cleawox]

Their tears probably make the lamp even more valuable. A touching underdog story. If I was biddung on this lamp it would for me (not that I could afford it).

[@Donna-cc1kt]

Well said! I’d give 100,000 $ to be loved like that. Terribly touching. You can’t buy that. (I am loved like that so whew, I can keep my money, lol)

[@chriskramer2122]

I cried. This was just really heartwarming and sad cause they loved their mom so much

[@TheSharron]

OMGoodness...when she said,”between $80,000 to $100,000”,I automatically started crying.That lamp is absolutely gorgeous.They had a very smart momma.

[@andygranite8076]

Cry harder - she said between $80,000 and $125,000.

[@romanovobsessed3347]

I've watched AR for easy 30 years here in the UK, and only just happened across this moment on KZbin, and this is the sweetest reveal I've ever seen. Wonderful piece, wonderful couple, wonderful expert.

[@chuck3938]

I live in the heart of the ghetto. I was once summoned to an old lady apartment. She had a fridge like the one you see on the Honeymooners. Also, she had enough Chippendale furniture to stop you in your tracks. She told me she remembers when my block was illuminated by gas lamp and horses and buggies trotted through the muddy streets.

[@conniewolf7300]

Wow. The lady herself is or was a treasure!

[@tinydiamond255]

Excellent description, so detailed! It could be a page in a novel

[@chuck3938]

@Jackulus Rypericus Fred wasn't partial to white women though I suspect he would have made an exception because of the furniture and the fact that she got dividend checks from the old ATT before Reagan came along.

[@boutiquebabe]

@@chuck3938 😂

[@debbiefox6846]

That's amazing. I bet she has fantastic stories.

[@tiffinyharrington9307]

Holy guacamole- the value today! Very touching reaction for their mother’s treasure.

[@TheStuport]

Yes...i saw that too...Stunning Increase! Wondering if these sisters kept the Lamp in their family?

[@tiffinyharrington9307]

I hope they did keep it actually - it’s so lovely. And it now has a wonderful story attached.

[@felixriverabarreto6487]

😭 Whaaaaaaats?

[@amyd7794]

Yes, and I wonder if part of their tears was knowing on some level it would keep increasing in value like that.

[@chuckschillingvideos]

In 2021? My guess is it's worth north of $200k.

[@piustwelfth]

I'm sure their mother had recently passed. It's likely the worst day in your life when you lose your Mom. I lost mine in 2020, and it's still very painful.

[@pthesmith]

May God's peace be with you.

[@englishruraldoggynerd]

Hugs to you from a stranger in the U.K. keep strong.

[@piustwelfth]

@@englishruraldoggynerd Thank you for the kind words.

[@piustwelfth]

@@pthesmith Thank you.

[@Donna-cc1kt]

Sorry for the passing of your mother. Love hurts but your such a tribute to your mothers love. Everlasting with a temporary separation💕

[@Liquid_Mike]

I was not expecting to get choked up when she finally said the price.. These girls are sweethearts

[@babymoon5282]

This lamp is truly stunning. Even if it wasn't worth all that . Just priceless.

[@marjoriecoey3418]

That base is gorgeous! Whole lamp just a thing of beauty ❤

[@pcm7315]

This lady was perfect for this segment. It was like watching a scripted movie only better; natural as rain and knowledgeable as a professor. I was hoping the lamp was valuable - and the sisters' reaction was heartfelt. Have no idea how that lamp survived in that beautiful condition.

[@TheStuport]

I remember watching this when it was first broadcast on my PBS station here in Columbus, Ohio all these years ago! These two sisters were so cute in how they realized what there Mom had discovered! This has been one of my All Time Favorite Roadshow Moments! There are quite a few over the decades...but this one was The first of many to follow! Cheers Everyone!

[@88997799]

I still live in Columbus Ohio and just watched it again after 20 years. Hopefully they didn’t sell because now it’s worth about $300,000.

[@Stilicho19801]

Another favorite moment is the Ute Chief Navajo blanket!

[@michaelwhite8069]

This is why I watch Antiques Roadshow...their reaction was wonderful & so natural with what seemed to me to be bittersweet happiness.....I teared up at this one..bless those girls & their mom.

[@acd138]

Wow, all 3 of those women have such great style!!! Each in their own special way. And they are all so adorable! I love this clip, the lamp is stunning and the people are lovable!

[@traceytheisen8067]

Breathtaking Lamp. Stunning.....absolutely stunning.

[@baitclicker9414]

These two never fail to bring a tear to my eye - just so lovely...

[@ronbunn1349]

Because they are so excited to make a quick chunk of change off a item from their mother’s estate?

[@johnrobi0]

@@ronbunn1349 Because it's what any parent would wish for their children, and they miss their mum. Your parents seemed to have chosen poorly.

[@yt650]

Absolutely one of my favorite appraisals by Arlie Sulka.

[@RogueCylon]

Lovely ladies, I’m betting they have some lovely memories of their mother.

[@katestojsih3007]

I feel like there is a sadness in their crying, like their mom just passed. They said the lamp was recently rediscovered. Maybe when they were sorting through their mom’s items? I don’t know; just didn’t seem like completely happy tears.

[@chelseam8525]

Same thoughts. Those cries were loaded with emotion 💕

[@adafridi]

Good observation 👍🏽

[@dokukarmagad12578]

@@juventuszebras Or perhaps they have a critical need for such a large amount of money, like 'now little Johnny can have his surgery' or "now we can payoff the mortgage on Mother's house." Or as you suggest, a fight between the heirs about how to use the money, "Johnny?" or "the old home place?"

[@davidlindsay6450]

It's probably ba mixture of emotions someone would feel when hearing that. I'm sure this lamp was something their mother prized and it is somewhat upsetting that she died without knowing the real significance of what she owned. But it also is nice knowing that your mother had such a good eye. But also hearing that number probably also makes them realize they cannot keep it and it will need to be sold and leave the family. The money is a great thing but it also hurts parting with something that has that much sentimental value.

[@tiffinyharrington9307]

My thought was they were touched by their mother’s find being confirmed as a Tiffany after two dealers had told the previous owner the base was wrong, and upon hearing the value of the piece - a bit of redemption for their mother. This was in 1999 and the value today - having more than doubled is just awesome. I have a feeling the lamp has remained in the family.

[@joshthemediocre7824]

I hope they kept it, it will be a half a million in 10 years from now.

[@SIMONP1965]

This was 22 years ago

[@piustwelfth]

It had to be divided by five so I'm fairly certain it was sold a long time ago.

[@suescherdel6278]

I’M shaking, and it’s not even my lamp! Absolutely gorgeous! 💜

[@jenniferlawrence9473]

I'm a sensitive, and the funny thing people don't realize is that their mom was standing there with them. She was so delighted.

[@humblehombre9904]

That is the sweetest show of family love. I glad it happened to them. Way to go mom! On the purchase, and the sweet kids.

[@patrickcurry871]

I hope they are still appreciating and enjoying this piece and the memory of their mother

[@kathyheavner3585]

Such sweet girls. Glad for them 😊

[@Cletus_the_Elder]

One of my favorite moments from the many seasons of the show. From the beautiful item itself, the story of a mother who knew treasure when she laid eyes on it, to the legacy received by the daughters. Wonderful.

[@Nyquil5]

Love the design of the base and the beautiful rose shade. Stunning!

[@diffmiss]

this is hands down my favorite roadshow moment

[@texasguy5377]

That was real sweet of the appraiser to hug them. Really nice video thank you!

[@corvetcoyote443]

Ah,what a beauty, I love Tiffany lamps.

[@kurtcole7060]

My grandfather had his mother's lamp, it was a Tiffany. It had crystals hanging from the lampshade, beautiful design on the shade and the base was heavy and also had a beautiful design. Well my cousin was raised by my grandparents and helped them in their later years with the home and doing chores around the homestead. My grandfather gave the lamp to my cousin in the late 80s when she married and bothe a church that they made a beautiful home out of. Years later my grandmother and I was watching road show and the exact same lamp was on. A few crystals missing but in decent shape. It was appraised at like 10,000 dollars. My gram said the one we gave Vickie was in perfect shape. The appraiser said if it was fully intact it would be worth more like 37,000 dollars. My gram about cried, and made some kind of remark. Lol she was a shrude woman, my cousin still has the lamp in her home and knows the value of it which today is more like 50,000 dollars.

[@patsmith5947]

That was so special. I sure hope they get what the want for it. It is so special.

[@luisahernandezmunoz8332]

This is an old episode but always is good to remember

[@John94709]

One of the very best moments of AR. I've watched it numerous times and still get goosebumps.

[@joeherald7319]

The best! The smile on Ms Sulka's face, at about 10 seconds in. She knew this was going to be an all-star moment. Such joy for her and the sisters, (and us) Some of the best things we have these days are these surprise appraisals. This is one of the best. I watch this when I need to feel good.

[@d2d2d28]

I like how they give you the current value at the end - it adds another surprise to the story.

[@lesbuttrey9730]

Im happy great things happen to good people. Very nice lamp.

[@gracekoppenhofer5864]

I can 't tell you how happy it made me to see This. ITOO AM CRYING TEARS OF JOY NOT TO MENTION HOW I LAUGHED HARD AND LOUDUPON HEARING THE VALUE!!!!!!!

[@annschurman4888]

It’s a museum piece - for it’s design and the materials. I’ll tell ya - I’d have moved that into my studio apartment even if I didn’t have room for anything but a bed, table and lamp!

[@annschurman4888]

@Tiberious Antifragile I like this attitude very much. Upon reflection . . . . Wish you luck!!!!

[@triciasomogyi5431]

Tiberious Antifragile - It wasn’t worth that at the time of the studio apartment discussion. It was worth $125.

[@triciasomogyi5431]

Ann Schurman - You might want to re reflect. You were right the first time.

[@conniewolf7300]

She probably had no idea of the real value.

[@doncagape5409]

It’s usually tiffany themselves who buy and put it in their museum

[@paigelynn.]

Wow! What a beautiful lamp!

[@Trissa.33]

I didn't expect that moment at the end when the price quoted was printed on the screen and said it was 1999, and now it's worth $250,000-300,000!

[@TheJrak47]

I saw that too. Crazy

[@bobs5596]

22 years makes a big difference. your dollar is now worth half, and with biden in charge it will be half again by 2025.

[@fuzzzone]

@@bobs5596 I can only roll my eyes so hard.

[@noseasmamut]

@@bobs5596 lol shut up

[@bobs5596]

roll you eyes when you open your wallet to pay for something. prices everywhere have doubled. birdseed is $25 up from $16 this summer. a roll of plastic i bought for $39 last year is $139 tonight at lowes. i have to wonder how you will pay for things in the future. work 2 or 3 jobs? great work biden: ''Overall prices rose 6.2% from one year ago, marking the largest annual increase in more than 30 years as inflation persists across sectors, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.''

[@smjow4503]

Whenever it's a story about mothers,it hit home for me.

[@Y7BRO]

I must have taken my empathy pill before watching this, their tender and humble tears brought me to tears, too.

[@tikibar1169]

Love this show! This has to be one of my favorite segments! Not sure I could keep something of such value in my home even though it’s sentimental. I’d be afraid I’d break it.

[@christophermaccarone3157]

The charm and innocence of two lovely sisters, triggered by the astronomical appraisal, to cry together as if on cue made me appreciate the authenticity of pure emotion shared between these adorable sisters. I congratulate their mother for her knowledge, being at the right place at the right time, and acquiring this rare antique to eventually be given to her children. Smart mother and equally smart daughters.

[@sly2392]

the lamp is very valuable. the 2 womans reactions are priceless.

[@alansenzaki4148]

By far one of my favorite antique roadshow moments. Almost made me cry! Good job mom!

[@maureentuohy8672]

Hands down this is my favorite episode of antiques road show.

[@thomaswenonastrehaia1719]

What do you love about this particular road show...do you ever wish to be like her

[@moranplano]

I love the hugging at the end...it's a girl thing...so touching..

[@mikeyd946]

Awww they must have loved their mother incredibly. What a great gift 💝

[@eleanoraquitaine2966]

I'd design a room around this amazing piece of fine art.

[@hxhdfjifzirstc894]

Well I mean, it's a lamp... so...

[@amethyst4990]

Aww I used to love watching this show with my granny rip. That lamp is beautiful!

[@gentrynavat9744]

How sweet. Well done. 👏👏👏

[@cynthiarowley719]

Smart Mom!🌁 Loved her daughters, Saved it From Them and For Them! 🕊️

[@triciasomogyi5431]

Yep

[@thomaswenonastrehaia1719]

You seems to be like her

[@jordancomeau9197]

They obviously found it and realized how much their mother cared about it. It's in such beautiful condition.. what an amazing story

[@thomaswenonastrehaia1719]

I can say you getting emotional already

[@salvationbordercountry3800]

THAT Has to Be the Most Incredible Story And Reaction on The Antiques Roadshow!!! I Will be sharing This Immediately!

[@jmatt4life]

OMG!!! What a find and the value has gone up remarkably. So happy for them!

[@ZippyThePinhead]

I remember watching this the night it aired, after listening to the backstory I was shocked to find out it was a real Tiffany, and the estimated value. Needless to say I was very happy for these ladies.

[@oscarfish1471]

Imagine having a lamp currently worth $250k - 300k? Worth more than alot of houses.

[@cuisinwithkev2699]

You just saved me a few minutes!

[@zzzzzz-ti2rv]

I'm gonna start thrift shopping / going to yard sales more. I live around a lot of rich people some who are probably old money. Maybe I'll strike gold.

[@PantonePapi]

@@zzzzzz-ti2rv estate sales too 🔦

[@DigitalNeb]

Man, this gets me every time. I just love seeing these two overflow with joy.

[@averythompson2810]

This is my all time favorite AR segment. I cried the first time I saw it broadcast. 😪

[@unwantedHero]

Wonderful emotion from the sisters… I miss the 90’s… such a simpler way of life back then compared to now…

[@David35687]

I am pretty sure there is something racist about this video. I am sure that any social justice warrior could point out something problematic about it.

[@curiouscath7629]

WoW most emotional evaluation I've ever seen ✌️

[@cathycasuccio3227]

you need to see the Navajo blanket gent and the rolex guy.

[@triciasomogyi5431]

Their mother just died.

[@unseelie63]

Yeah,I'm crying too.I know they're wishing their mom was still alive to learn such wonderful news.

[@InuitInua]

I remember this one! So great.

[@bellagrace9812]

Their mother must have been a wonderful, loving woman based on their reactions. Beautiful lamp that I'd keep forever.

[@sgraham4533]

Beautiful lamp!

[@MrRiprip56]

This made me tear up also,,,Makes me think of how much I miss my mother and these women do so so much ,,,,its not about the money,,A fine VIDEO,,,YEA!

[@lususlove]

They’re so sweet ☺️☺️

[@godbluffvdgg]

WOW...can't believe it shot up to 250K!...

[@sharoncasey92]

saw this when it was first broadcast, have seen it multiple times since. Never fails to make me cry!

[@jaydevine7777]

Tiffany is pure American art.

[@gregoryhoover2388]

The lamp at auction would clearly net them three times the amount appraised.

[@tmh44]

yep, see the 2021 estimate at the end of the video, and could go higher of course.

[@domenicoonorati8790]

What a beautiful lamp

[@janeclark7060]

I’ve thought of this episode so many times. I’m glad the clip is out here!

[@frasertones8519]

"I have to give you guys a hug!" SMASH!!!

[@craftingday352]

Am I the only one seeing Monica, Rachel and Phoebe vibe in these three women?

[@scottfulps2065]

Who?

[@mikewoodson6930]

Hang on to that Lamp! It’s Tiffany 101 and an absolute perfect Lamp. Value will increase and increase. HOLD.

[@goatgirl5968]

I live in an earthquake zone. I'd sell and let someone else worry about it.

[@weshardin6576]

Thank you Lord for these sisters! Truly whole heartening responses! Completely made my day!

[@udiclays]

Oh my goodness how adorable that they cried

[@yunengdahl3675]

I think they had recently lost their mother, since it was just discovered among their mothers possession

[@jimbolger264]

Imagine the logistics nightmare of transporting it around, it would be like walking on eggshells.

[@Ghoulies]

I was half imagining it getting knocked over here. Can you imagine that? After the appraisal?

[@redlobster4841]

I like the way they giggled LOL

[@armageddonready4071]

I bought my god daughter a Tiffany lamb for Christmas one year, I’m glad she still has it.

[@topfuelfan]

I've always loved these lamps. They are quality and art which meet together in light. I wish the appraiser would explain the process of making this lamp a bit. I wonder how many hours it took?

[@sub222marathon]

Darned allergies. $250k today. Well done, mom. Well done.

[@andygranick]

Amazing. The lamp is just stunning and I hope they're blissfully happy.

[@marykelly9698]

I love appraisers who actually know what they are talking about , well done 👏

[@mjproebstle]

i’m surprised their voices haven’t shattered it by now

[@jamesmcinnis208]

LOL

[@jasonthomas6684]

Would have loved to see their reactions if they had kept it 'til 2020-2021...$250,000 is a lot of money for a lamp!